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NHTSA crash test of the 2019 Lexus Nx300

NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED

2019 Lexus Nx300

Federal crash-test performance, recalls, and complaints, scored into one NHTSA Safety Index.

1Recalls
36Complaints
0Investigations
ABOUT THE LEXUS NX300

The Lexus NX 300 is a compact luxury SUV that slots into one of the most competitive segments in the American market. Aimed at buyers who want premium refinement and a smaller footprint than a three-row crossover, the NX 300 competes directly against the BMW X3, Audi Q5, and Mercedes-Benz GLC. The 2019 and 2020 model years represent a mature, well-established generation of this vehicle.

VERDICT

The 2019 Lexus Nx300 earns an NHTSA Safety Index of 89 out of 100, an strong result driven by its federal crash-test stars and its recall record. It has 1 recall on record, reflected in the score.

WHO IT IS FOR
  • new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
  • urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
WHAT REVIEWERS SAY

Reviewers generally regard the Lexus NX 300 as a well-finished, composed compact luxury SUV that delivers a calm and comfortable driving experience. They tend to praise its interior material quality and refined cabin atmosphere, though some note that driving dynamics feel more relaxed than sporty. Overall, professional reviewers consider it a polished and competitive entry in the premium compact crossover segment.

NCAP // CRASH TESTCrash-test breakdown

Overall
Frontal
Side
Rollover
Rollover risk 16.1%

Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 13028

Index breakdown

Crash protection61/70
Avoidance tech10/10
Defect record17.5/20
Forward collision warning: StandardLane departure warning: StandardStability control: Standard

NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images

Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.

NHTSA // RECALLSRecall record

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP20V682000

Risk: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer

Reported 2020-11-04

NHTSA // COMPLAINTSOwner complaints

36 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.

2reported crash
0reported fire
2reported injuries
0reported deaths
Most-reported systemsFuel/Propulsion System 9Fuel System 9Gasoline 9Service Brakes 5Unknown Or Other 5Power Train 2

Other Nx300 years

Rivals in SUV (2019)

Last verified 2026-07-02. Sources: NHTSA SafetyRatings (VehicleId 13028), recallsByVehicle, complaintsByVehicle for Lexus Nx300 2019. Class rank 14 of 93 in SUV 2019. Methodology · Disclosure